Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Gellért Thermal Bath
Soothe your aching joints in Budapest’s famous mineral hot springs housed in an impressive building where you can also enjoy a range of spa treatments.
Parliament Building
Gaze at the grand building of the democratic government of the people of Hungary and enjoy its reflection in the Danube River.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Buda Castle
One of the highlights of the Budapest skyline, this palatial structure also offers interesting galleries and museums.
Hungarian State Opera House
Enjoy an opera or ballet or simply admire the beautiful interior and exterior of this pre-1900 neo-Renaissance architectural masterpiece.
Szechenyi Chain Bridge
Learn about the intriguing history and construction of the city’s most famous bridge, which offers interesting views along the River Danube.
Things to do
Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Night Cruise with Drinks
Budapest: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & Danube River Cruise
Budapest: Sip and Sail River Cruise with Unlimited Prosecco
Budapest Historical Sightseeing - Free Walking Tour
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks
Top hotels in Budapest City Centre
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
All staff members were extremely courteous and helpful . We loved our room and its vies. The breakfast was the best!
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
H2 Hotel Budapest
Clean, great location with a good breakfast. Very helpful staff.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Park Plaza Budapest
Great view facing the Danube river and view of the parliment
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Maverick Central Market
Very clean, good facilities and location. Excellent value for money
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
The hotel is very lovely. However, the room was far too hot. This was on the first floor , accessible for the public to climb in through the window. We were re-located to the 3rd floor, which was also very hot, but we were able to keep the window open all night. On a more positive note. The receptionist ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
K+K Hotel Opera Budapest
Great staff very attentive, only issue we had is my key not working on one day which was fixed immediately
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Budapest City Centre
Belváros - Lipótváros
Known for its fantastic nightlife and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Belváros - Lipótváros. Check out top attractions like St. Stephen's Basilica and Danube Palace, and jump on the metro at Deak Ferenc ter Station or Vorosmarty Square Station to see more of the city.
Inner City Budapest
Vaci Street and Liberty Bridge are top sights in Inner City Budapest, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ferenciek Square Station or Március 15. tér Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Lipotvaros
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Lipotvaros. Check out top attractions like Danube Palace and Szechenyi Istvan Square, and jump on the metro at Széchenyi István tér Tram Stop or Kossuth Lajos ter Station to see more of the city.
Palace District
If you're spending time in Palace District, check out sights like Szabo Ervin Central Library or Hungarian National Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rákóczi tér M Tram Stop or Harminckettesek tere Tram Stop.
Belső-Ferencváros
While you're in Belső-Ferencváros, take in top sights like Balna Budapest or Great Market Hall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zsil utca Tram Stop or Boráros tér H Tram Stop.
District VI
If you're spending time in District VI, check out sights like House of Terror Museum or Andrássy Út and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vorosmarty Street Station or Oktogon M Tram Stop.
Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
Hotels Near Budapest City Centre, Budapest
- Inner City Budapest Hotels
- Lipotvaros Hotels
- Erzsebetvaros Hotels
- District VI Hotels
- Belváros - Lipótváros Hotels
- Palace District Hotels
- Jozsefvaros Hotels
- Víziváros Hotels
- Belső-Ferencváros Hotels
- Ferencvaros Hotels
- Ujlipotvaros Hotels
- Castle Hill Hotels
- Terezvaros Hotels
- District IX Hotels
- Csarnok negyed Hotels
- Tabán Hotels
- Budavár Hotels
- District XI Hotels
- Gellert Hill Hotels
- Andrassy Hotels
